Raigad is one of the most industrialized districts in
Maharashtra. With an area of 7,162 sq km, the district has a population of over 2 million.
Marathi,
Hindi, English and
Konkani are the languages spoken. Raigad was the capital of
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The temperature varies from 22
o C to 30
o C.
Bhajan, Keertan, Koli Dance and Bharud are the major folk-arts. The famous hill station Matheran and the first Technology University of Maharashtra are situated in Raigad District. Raigad, Kulaba Fort,
Murud-Janjira Fort and
Karnala Bird Sanctuary are the major tourist attractions.
